Updating previous reports, the Carolina Panthers' sale has been officially agreed upon to new owner David Tepper for $2.275 billion, according to a source. The sale sets a record for the purchase of a United States sports franchise.

Free-agent WR Bug Howard (Browns) signed with the Carolina Panthers Monday, May 14. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived CB Zack Sanchez (undisclosed) will an injury designation.